Commercial Grounds Maintenance Market Report 2025

The commercial grounds maintenance market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $36.88 billion in 2024 to $39.2 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.3%. The growth observed during the historic period can be credited to an increase in institutional facilities, a rise in the outsourcing of facility management, expansion in property management services, growth in climate adaptation landscaping, and higher employment levels in the service sector.

The commercial grounds maintenance market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $49.35 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.9%. The growth projected for the forecast period can be linked to the increasing significance of outdoor maintenance, the rising adoption of sustainable landscaping practices, greater use of automation and robotics, the growing popularity of green buildings, and an enhanced focus on sustainability. Key trends anticipated in the forecast period include advancements in autonomous mowing technology, development of eco-friendly landscaping solutions, innovations in irrigation management systems, progress in data-driven maintenance planning, and the emergence of subscription-based service models.

The expansion of commercial real estate is anticipated to drive growth in the commercial grounds maintenance market in the future. Commercial real estate includes properties used for business purposes, typically leased or owned to generate income or support commercial activities rather than residential living. The rise in commercial real estate is fueled by increasing demand for office and business spaces, driven by urbanization as more people relocate to cities and companies expand to serve growing populations and economic activities. Commercial grounds maintenance plays a crucial role by enhancing the appeal and market value of properties through improved curb appeal, ensuring safety, and creating a positive first impression. It also helps protect property conditions, reduce liability risks, and preserve long-term asset value. For example, in June 2023, the UK’s Department for Transport reported that UK-registered heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) transported 6.6 million tonnes of freight internationally in 2022, a 26% increase from the previous year. Thus, the growth of commercial real estate is driving the expansion of the commercial grounds maintenance market.

Key players in the commercial grounds maintenance market are emphasizing the development of advanced technologies, such as wire-free robotic mowers, to boost operational efficiency and provide consistent maintenance across large properties. Wire-free robotic mowers use GPS, sensors, or virtual mapping to navigate lawns without the need for boundary wires. These devices offer easy installation, increased flexibility, and precise mowing for both residential and commercial landscapes. For instance, in October 2024, Husqvarna Group, a Sweden-based outdoor power product manufacturer, introduced four new robotic lawn mowers - the 305, 315, 325, and 335 EPOS models - designed for professional green space management. These mowers incorporate advanced exact positioning operating system (EPOS) technology, delivering precise navigation, high efficiency, and reduced manual labor. This launch marks a significant innovation in automated lawn care, providing landscapers and groundskeepers with scalable, high-performance tools to improve productivity and sustainability.

In May 2025, Ares Management Corporation, a US-based investment firm, acquired Landscape Workshop LLC for an undisclosed amount. With this acquisition, Ares Management aims to broaden its commercial landscaping services portfolio and strengthen its infrastructure and sustainability-focused investments. Landscape Workshop LLC is a US-based full-service grounds maintenance company.

Major players in the commercial grounds maintenance market are The Davey Tree Expert Company, TruGreen Companies LLC, BrightView Holdings Inc., Yellowstone Landscape, LandCare LLC, Juniper Landscaping, Gothic Landscape Inc., SavATree, Weed Man, Ruppert Landscape, Outworx Group, Divisions Maintenance Group, U.S. Lawns, Clintar Commercial Outdoor Services, Park West Companies, United Land Services, Bartlett Tree Experts, Mariani Premier Group, Sperber Landscape Companies, HeartLand LLC.

North America was the largest region in the commercial grounds maintenance market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in commercial grounds maintenance report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the commercial grounds maintenance market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s recommendations and conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

The rapid escalation of U.S. tariffs and the resulting trade tensions in spring 2025 are significantly impacting the services sector, particularly in business services, IT, and professional consulting operations. Higher costs for imported technology, office equipment, and essential digital infrastructure have raised operating expenses for service providers, forcing them to either pass on costs to clients or absorb margin pressures. Outsourcing firms and IT service companies are also facing challenges due to increased costs of hardware components and delayed global supply chains, affecting project delivery timelines and profitability. Additionally, retaliatory tariffs have dampened demand for U.S.-based professional services in key international markets, leading to a slowdown in export-driven revenue streams. The sector must now prioritize digital transformation, cost optimization, and expanding domestic client bases to sustain growth and maintain competitiveness amid ongoing trade uncertainty.

Commercial grounds maintenance refers to the professional care and upkeep of outdoor areas for businesses, institutions, and public properties. This involves routine activities to keep landscapes clean, safe, and visually appealing, promoting long-term health, preventing expensive damage, ensuring compliance with regulations, and improving both environmental quality and public perception.

The primary categories of commercial grounds maintenance services include lawn care, landscaping, irrigation system management, tree and shrub maintenance, fertilization and soil management, and grounds cleanup. Lawn care maintains healthy, well-groomed outdoor spaces through consistent attention, boosting property attractiveness, safety, and accessibility for businesses and institutions. It employs a range of technologies such as conventional grounds maintenance, smart technology-driven solutions, automated systems, drones for monitoring and upkeep, artificial intelligence (AI), and data analytics to optimize services, which can be provided daily, weekly, biweekly, monthly, or seasonally. These services are applicable across diverse industries, including corporate offices, educational institutions, healthcare centers, retail locations, hospitality, and agricultural areas, with key clients including property management firms, government bodies, non-profits, commercial businesses, and sports venues.

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The commercial grounds maintenance market includes revenues earned by entities through autonomous mowing, smart irrigation management, landscape design, and installation. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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